Job Summary

The Birth-to-Three Anchor Specialist will assist the Statewide Birth-to-Three Project Management team in developing and managing designated parts of the NC Birth-to-Three Quality Initiative (B-3QI). This position will develop and deliver high quality professional development for the birth-to-three workforce throughout the state and at local, regional and statewide conferences in association with other project staff. This position will also provide support for Birth-to-Three Specialists by conducting both pre and post observation assessments and by providing high quality professional development and coaching.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Deliver high quality professional development events statewide and virtually with a focus on supporting early learning and development in birth-to-three group care for birth-to-three teachers, administrators, and family early care and education providers.
• Develop and manage multiple learning community cohorts.
• Conduct pre and post assessments using ITERS-3 and FCCERS-3.
• Collaborate with higher education faculty in providing professional development and support for the birth-to-three workforce.
• Train specialists in specific areas of expertise within the project.
• Work collaboratively with statewide partners including community colleges, CCR&Rs and Smart Start Partnerships statewide to coordinate, advertise and deliver professional development events that meet the needs of the local workforce
• Work collaboratively with the state team of birth-to-three specialists and project managers to achieve goals of the project and ensure successful evaluation.
• Attend meetings and assist with special projects as directed by project management.
• Promote awareness of the services and resources of B-3QI to early care and education providers, including family child care homes and intermediary agencies.
• Participate in comprehensive training as directed.
• Participate in a project evaluation plan, including data collection and quarterly reporting.
• Represent Early Years and the NC B-3QI on local, state and regional committees.
• Perform other tasks as assigned by agency leadership
• Treat all information on Early Years clients, employees or Board Members in a confidential manner.
• Support the project management team in developing articles and other materials that can be used to educate families, child care and community professionals, and public policy makers about children from birth to three
• Attend meetings and assist with special projects as directed by the Project Director
• Understand NC licensing and programmatic requirements in the early care and education system in North Carolina
• Cross-train and perform on other project management tasks and duties as assigned

Special Skills

• Effective oral and written communication skills with internal and external clients.
• Computer experience; knowledge of or demonstrated ability to learn File Maker Pro, Microsoft Office, Google platform, Moodle LMS, and Zoom.
• Attention to detail with ability to handle large volumes of administrative work.
• Ability to independently manage training cohorts and assessments throughout the state.
• Ability to prioritize work and travel schedules to balance administrative duties, assessments, learning community development, reporting, and professional development planning.
• Ability to work well with a diverse client population and dedication to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Professional appearance and demeanor.

Education and Experience Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or related field plus or including at least 18 birth to five focused semester hours (EEC Level 11), EEC PD Endorsement; Master’s degree preferred (EEC Level 11 or higher) or working toward completion
• Knowledge of and prior use of ITERS-3 & FCCERS-3
• At least two years of experience in working with children age birth to three and their families or the programs that serve them; Program for Infant Toddler Care (PITC) Trainer Certification or ability to achieve certification;
• Child care administration experience preferred
• Experience in developing and coordinating projects with multiple staff involvement preferred
• Experience in developing and conducting high quality early childhood professional development opportunities; experience developing and conducting distance learning and facilitation of Communities of Practice (COPs) preferred

Special Working Requirements

• An automobile at his/her disposal; a valid, non-suspended NC driver’s license and a current automobile liability policy with continuous coverage. Reasonable accommodations may be made at the agency’s discretion.
• No substantiation or criminal conviction of child abuse or neglect
• Some positions may require need for flexible schedules, including potential evening and weekend work
• Must adhere to established health and safety protocols when onsite at Early Years’s physical office locations
• If working remotely or approved for a hybrid work arrangement, must have dependable internet access and a home environment conducive for remote work.
• Some positions may require some regional/statewide/national daytime and/or overnight travel

Early Years Benefits

Early Years has a generous benefits package. Permanent employees that work at least 20 hours per week are eligible for benefits. Some of the benefits we offer include:

• Section 125 Cafeteria Plan
• Health, dental, vision and life insurance
• Medical and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Employer contribution to 401k Retirement Plan
• Paid annual and sick leave
• 15 paid days of holiday leave
• Paid child Involvement Leave
• Paid discretionary leave
• Employee Assistance Program
• Child Care Tuition payments
• And more…

Early Years also offers many fringe benefits. Some of the fringe benefits include:

• Casual dress work environment
• Direct deposit
• Standing and emergency payroll advances
• Child Care Referral assistance
• And more…

Early Years has been awarded Living Wage Employer Certifications in Orange and Durham Counties, and is a Family Forward NC Certified Employer.

Employment is contingent upon passing a criminal background check. Early Years is no longer requiring the COVID-19 vaccine for employment due to the fact that there is significantly less risk of severe illness.  However, Early Years strongly recommends that employees receive this vaccination in order to minimize the risk of infections in our workplace. 

Job Features

Job Category	Exempt
Division	Systems, Research and Development
Department	B-3QI Project
Hiring Range	$52,060 – $59,869